In-Womb balloon procedure could save babies with rare birth defect
NCT ID NCT02710968
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a procedure called FETO, where a tiny balloon is placed in the windpipe of a fetus with severe left congenital diaphragmatic hernia (CDH). The balloon blocks fluid from leaving the lungs, causing them to grow larger before birth. The goal is to improve survival for babies who otherwise have a very low chance of living. The trial involves 21 pregnant women carrying fetuses with the most severe form of CDH.
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Johns Hopkins Center for Fetal Therapy
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States